Hence in the second year of MBA^plus the class room teaching compliments the learning from job. The students complete the PGD -FPWM in the very first year, along with one year of MBA curriculum. This makes the students ready and well equipped to work in corporates. Students start working and simultaneously pursue the remaining part of MBA curriculum by attending weekend classes (choice of weekday class available). A job at the end of second semester not only gives the students a year of relevant experience but also ensures financial relief in the intervening period.


Award of MBA Degree:

The MBA degree will be awarded by a UGC recognized university. The candidates will have to appear in the end semester examinations conducted by the university. In the end of first semester university will conduct examination for eight papers, seven at the   end of second semester, six papers each in the third and fourth semesters.  These examinations will be supplemented with internal examinations held by IIFP in each semester. The number of papers can change subject to university notification.

The students need to complete all formalities with university to get the MBA degree.


Award of PG Diploma - FPWM:

The Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning and Wealth Management will be awarded by The Indian Institute of Financial Planning. The candidates will have to appear in the end semester examinations conducted by IIFP. In the end of first semester IIFP will conduct examination for 9 papers and in the end of second semester 7 papers. The students need to complete all formalities with IIFP to get the diploma.


MBA –Internal Examinations:

Besides the above mentioned examinations held for award of  diploma , IIFP will conduct internal examinations in respect of all MBA papers towards  the end of each semester before commencement of university examinations.


Why PG Diploma - FPWM:

PG Diploma - FPWM is an industry integrated curriculum that prepares students to take off from day one in financial services organizations that they join after   completion of course.

• An advantage of multiple qualifications.
• The students are prepared for various industry recognized certifications like CFP^CM, NCFM Certificate for Derivatives (Dealers Module), NISM Mutual Fund Distributors Certification.
• Students are given exposure to Technical Analysis and live markets.
• Students are given live projects on which they work under the guidance of their mentors. In that process they get hands on experience with regard to financial planning, retailing of financial products and advisory practice.
• Extensive and regular presentations by the students, on an ongoing basis, touching upon the whole curriculum. Participation by all students is mandatory and performance is evaluated and added in final results.
• Various Clubs have been formed to promote writing and debating skills, and other extra-curricular activities among students.

External Certifications :

The MBA^plus curriculum makes the students eligible for a number of nationally and globally recognized certifications. The responsibility of IIFP lies only in giving the required knowledge necessary to pass the examinations. The students will have to register for these certifications and will be guided by the rules and regulations of the awarding bodies.